Minor Flood
5.5 ft
Current Water Level
Gage Height
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Streamflow
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Last Reading
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This is an NWS forecast point (LID: FMCW3). Live data may be limited. View on NWS AHPS →
FLOOD STAGES
Know the flood categories.
Flood stages defined by the National Weather Service. Gage height data from USGS Water Resources.
Action Stage
3 ft
What Floods at Each Level
7.1 ft
Water begins to flow over Hawk Rd.
5.7 ft
Water reaches the bottom of the Hawk Rd bridge.
3 ft
Water flows out of the banks and into the field downstream of Hawk Rd.
Impact statements from the National Weather Service, describing what typically happens at each water level.
7-Day Water Level Chart
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Historic Crests
| Date | Stage | Flow |
|---|---|---|
| Jun 29, 2025 | 6.16 ft | — |
| Jun 23, 2025 | 6 ft | — |
About This Gauge
NWS LID
FMCW3
River
Coles Valley Creek
County
Monroe, WI
Coordinates
43.9331°N, 90.6641°W
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is the current water level of Coles Valley Creek near Fort McCoy - Hawk Road?
The Coles Valley Creek near Fort McCoy - Hawk Road gauge is maintained by USGS and reports water levels every 15 minutes. Visit this page to see the latest reading updated live, or download StormCast to get push alerts when levels rise.
What is flood stage for Coles Valley Creek near Fort McCoy - Hawk Road?
The NWS-defined flood stage for Coles Valley Creek near Fort McCoy - Hawk Road is 5.5 feet. Action stage begins at 3 feet. Moderate flooding starts at N/A feet, and major flooding at N/A feet.
How do I get alerts when Coles Valley Creek rises?
Download StormCast free on Google Play, go to River Gauges, and add Coles Valley Creek near Fort McCoy - Hawk Road to your watchlist. StormCast will send a push notification to your phone whenever the water level crosses into a new NWS flood category.
Where is the Coles Valley Creek near Fort McCoy - Hawk Road gauge located?
The gauge is located in Monroe County, Wisconsin at coordinates 43.9331°N, 90.6641°W. Data is provided by the U.S. Geological Survey and the National Weather Service.
On This River
Downstream: La Crosse River at Sparta
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Source & Notes
Data provided by: Observations courtesy of Monroe County
- No forecasts are available for this location